PuławskivsAmarillo

Puławski (dual purpose) and Amarillo (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Puławski

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

-

Poland

Amarillo

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–11%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

1–2.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Puławski

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Amarillo

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Lemon

Only in Puławski

WhiteSpiceClovePapayaHerbal

Only in Amarillo

FloralSpicyTropicalCitrusOrangeMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank

Property

PropertyPuławskiAmarillo
Alpha acid8–11%7–11%
Beta acid3–4%5.5–8%
Co-humulone26–30%21–24%
Total oil-1–2.3 mL
Myrcene38–39%40–70%
Humulene24–25%19–24%
Caryophyllene11–13%7–10%
Farnesene-6–9%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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